No More Waiting, She Chooses Love

Chapter 168



"Okay," I nodded at Jacqueline, "Jacqueline, we're heading out now."

Jacqueline seemed to notice my unease as well. She glanced upstairs, probably curious about what I had discussed with Mr. Wagner, but she didn't hold us back. "Take care on your way," she said.

As Ernest and I left and got into the car, I was about to start the engine when he stopped me. "What's wrong?"

"It's nothing, just brought up my parents," I didn't hide anything from Ernest.

"Did you ask about their accident?" Ernest guessed immediately.

I couldn't help but let out a sarcastic laugh. "Influenced by you, I wanted some clarity."

"And?" he pressed on.

Thinking back to Herschel's words, I started the car and hit the gas, giving Ernest his answer. "Just an accident."

As we drove away from the Wagner residence, I added, "There was an official investigation at the scene."

didn't say anything more, and we headed back. By now, the city was alive with lights and bustling activity,

silence while we waited

"No," Ernest replied honestly.

had a long day.

"Okay," he didn't refuse.

I pointed

I finished speaking than I felt a bump, sending

I steadied myself, Ernest was right in

with Ernest's face so close to mine, our noses touching and lips merely a breath away,

hustle and bustle of the street, this little screw-up obviously turned into a show

gasping and

a child chimed in

Amidst the growing crowd's

my face turned red, and

go to push

but couldn't.

realized Ernest was holding me by the

go;

my ear,

feeling shy, don't